Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2017 i Knitting & Crochet from Woman’s Weekly

…to the April issue of Knitting & Crochet – packed to the brim with lovely things for you to make. First up, we have a fabulous collection of vintage patterns (p6), all taken from our extensive Woman’s Weekly archive. We get such great feedback from you about our designs from a bygone era! So we’ve chosen five of our favourites from across the decades and re-worked them in yarns available to you now – see how fashion stylist Anne Hartnett has styled them for a more modern look. Next up, our Take A Look At… theme is chevrons (p20) – simple techniques in moving stitches to create an interesting zig-zag pattern with wavy edges. What’s Trending (p25) will be of interest to our many crochet fans, as the craft is…

CROCHET BOLERO Measurements To fit sizes 86 (91) (97) cm/34 (36) (38) in. Actual measurements 91 (97) (103) cm/36 (38) (40½) in. Side seam All sizes 20.5cm/8in. Length to shoulder 39 (40.5) (42) cm/15¼ (16) (16½) in. Sleeve seam 43.5 (46.5) (46.5) cm/ 17 (18¼) (18¼) in. Materials 3 (4) (4) 100g (330m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton 4ply in Delta (1729)*. Size 2.00 crochet hook. Tension 7 x 5 chain space across and 13 rows in depth, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 2.00 hook. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; dec, decrease; inc, increase; slst, slip stitch; sp, space; tr, treble; dtr, double treble; chsp, chain space. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approx. Instructions are given for small…

Measurements Sweater: To fit ages 3-6 (6-9) (9-12) (12-18) (18-24) months. Actual chest measurements 53.5 (56) (59) (62.5) (66) cm/21 (22) (23¼) (24½) (26) in. Side seam 16.5 (17) (19) (20) (21.5) cm/6½ (6¾) (7½) (8) (8½) in. Length to shoulder 28 (29) (32) (33.5) (36.5) cm/11 (11½) (12½) (13¼) (14¼) in. Sleeve seam 17 (18.5) (21.5) (23) (25) cm/6¾ (7¼) (8½) (9) (9¾) in. Blanket: 71 x 98cm/28 x 38½in. Mouse: 61cm/24in high. Materials Sweater: 2 (2) (2) (3) (3) 50g (116m) balls of Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK in Blue (Cuddle 02) and 2 (2) (2) (2) (3) balls in Pale Green (Gooseberry 04)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No.10) and 4mm (No. 8) and knitting needles; 3 buttons. Blanket: 5 x 50g (116m) balls of Sublime Baby Cashmere…

Measurements Duck: Approx 16cm/6¼in high. Bunny: Approx 16cm/6¼in high, excluding ears. Materials Duck: 1 x 50g (145m) ball of Rico Baby Teddy Aran (100% acrylic) in each of Yellow (018) and Fuchsia (019), oddments of Black for embroidery*. Bunny: 1 x 50g (145m) ball of Rico Baby Teddy Aran (100% acrylic) in each of Fuchsia (019) and White (001), oddments of Black for embroidery*. For duck or bunny: Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles; washable toy stuffing; tweezers for stuffing small pieces. Tension 24 stitches and 34 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¼mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); inc, increase (by working twice in same st); wrap1, sl…

Simple garter stitch creates a neat fabric for our hound cushion – with a smart pink collar to finish DOG CUSHION Measurements Approximately 26 x 30cm/10 x 12in. Materials 1 x 100g (200m) ball of Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted (100% wool) in Black (109) and small amount of Oats (152)*. Pair of 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles; washable toy stuffing. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; gst, garter st (every row k). Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Back and front (both alike) With 4mm needles and Black, cast on 50 sts. Gst 14 rows. Continue in gst, cast off 10 sts at beginning of next row for tail and 13 sts at beginning of following row for back leg…

Practically all knitting and crochet patterns use some sort of abbreviations to make the instructions concise and easy to follow. Each pattern will have its own brief description of the most common abbreviations ( k , knit or ch , chain) with a more detailed description of specific abbreviations, like how to work cable or cluster. Also, the most regularly used words are either shortened (foll – following) or letters are used to describe what is needed to be done next (tbl – through back of stitches). Some widely used abbreviations have more or less the same meaning, but there could be exceptions. Listed below in alphabetical order are the most commonly used abbreviations, with an extended description of their meanings. alt , alternate – worked on every other row…

Slip knot 1 Loop the yarn with the ball end on top (the ball end is shown with a broken line). 2 Dip the hook into the loop, catch the ball end and pull it through the loop. 3 Pull both ends to tighten the knot. 4 Pull the ball end to bring the knot up to the hook. Holding the yarn and hook Both crochet and yarn are held in the left hand, with the right hand holding the hook preferably like a pencil, but like a knife if you prefer. The work is held between thumb and first finger, with the ball end of the yarn taken over the first three fingers and under the fourth, or around the fourth if necessary. Extending the second finger holds the…

Frilled Top CROCHET Measurements TO FIT SIZES 76 (81) (86) (91) (97) cm/30 (32) (34) (36) (38) in. ACTUAL MEASUREMENTS 87 (91.5) (96) (103.5) (108) cm/34¼ (36) (38) (40¾) (42½) in. SIDE SEAM 32 (33.5) (33.5) (35) (35) cm/12½ (13) (13) (13¾) (13¾) in. LENGTH TO SHOULDER 48.5 (52) (53.5) (57) (57) cm/19 (20½) (21) (22¼) (22¼) in. SLEEVE SEAM All sizes 12cm/4¾in. Materials 7 (7) (7) (8) (8) 50g (175m) balls of Rowan Summerlite 4ply (100% cotton) in Duck Egg (419)*. Size 4.00 crochet hook. Tension 17 stitches and 12 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over half treble pattern, using 4.00 hook. Abbreviations Ch , chain; dc, double crochet; st, stitch; tr , treble; htr, half treble; chsp, chain space; dec, decreaase; slst, slip st;…

Measurements The completed throw measures approximately 117 x 145cm/46 x 57in, including edging. Materials Of Bergere de France Ideal (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide) in 50g (125m) balls, entire blanket requires the following: Key colours: 3 balls in each of Cream (Meije 51253), Green (Olivine 20754) and Fawn (Vannerie 23316), 2 balls in each of Deep Pink (Cyclamen 20555) and Pale Pink (Danseuse 23026)*. Other colours: 2 balls in each of Pale Blue (Linaire 20933), Dark Grey (Lievre 54695) and Dusky Pink (Beige Rose 35177), 1 ball in each of Mid Blue (Myosotis 20841), Pale Yellow (Jaune 35166), Dark Green (Pinede 25324), Purple (Belladone 22375), Orange (Vitamine 24109), Pale Grey (Cendre 24241), Light Teal (Persan 24257) and Rust (Sequoia 35168)*. Joining and edging: 5 balls White (Everest 51220)*. Size…

Measurements To fit ages 1-2 (2-3) (3-4) (4-5) years. Actual measurements 52 (57) (62) (67) cm/20½ (22¼) (24¼) (26¼) in. Side seam 33 (37) (41) (45) cm/13 (14½) (16¼) (17¾) in. Length to back neck 45 (50) (55) (60) cm/17¾ (19¾) (21½) (23½) in. Sleeve seam 21 (24) (26) (28) cm/8¼ (9½) (10¼) (11) in. Materials 5 (6) (7) (7) 50g (125m) balls of Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere) in Lilac (10)*. Pair of 2¾mm (No. 12) and 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles; a cable needle; 4 buttons. Tension 25 stitches and 34 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¼mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; dec, decrease (by working 2 sts tog); ss, stocking st (k on…

Less really is more with our purr-fectly formed kitty cushion Measurements Approximately 27 x 18cm/10½ x 7in. Materials 1 x 100g (200m) ball of Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted (100% wool) in each of Ivory (101) and Granite (111)*. Size 4.50 crochet hook; washable toy stuffing; small bell (optional). Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; dc2tog, work 2dc together thus: [insert hook in next st, yarn round hook and pull through] twice, yarn round hook and pull through all 3 loops on hook; dc3tog, work 3dc together thus: [insert hook in next st, yarn round hook and pull through] 3 times, yarn round hook and pull through all 4 loops on hook. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets…

Tension Practically every knitting instruction will state a tension, with a few exceptions, like toys or small accessories. Tension is the number of stitches and rows that an average knitter will achieve to stated measurements, using specific yarn, pattern and needles. It is used to translate measurements into the number of stitches and rows to be worked. Before commencing a specific project, check your tension by working a swatch about 13cm square in pattern, yarn and needles or crochet hooks as stated. Stretch swatch in each direction and allow to rest. Mark 10cm horizontally in the middle of the test piece (diag. 1 and 3) and count stitches between markers. Mark 10cm vertically in the middle of test piece (diag. 2 and 4) and count the rows between markers. If…

TAKE A LOOK AT... This month we’re focusing on chevrons – a great way to create visual movement in a knitted fabric. They can be worked in simple stocking stitch, pretty lace and eyelet stitches, or in more intricate textures. Chevron is the theme for this sweater and gilet combo – just switching their yarn weights for each design offers them individuality. Increasing and decreasing worked alternately in pattern panel – with stitches slanting towards and away from the central column between panels – creates the chevron’s zig-zag effect. The bottom edge forms a point or scalloped border, depending on how many stitches apart increases and decreases are worked. It looks tricky, but it really isn’t – why not have a go? GILET Measurements To fit sizes 76-81 (86-91) (97-102)…

We’re so lucky to have such a rich back catalogue of Woman’s Weekly knitting and crochet patterns. This top featured in the 8 April 1950 issue. Measurements To fit chest sizes 91 (97) (102) (107-112) (117) cm/36 (38) (40) (42-44) (46) in. Actual measurements 94 (100) (107) (114) (120) cm/37 (39½) (42) (45) (47¼) in. Side seam, excluding armband 37 (39) (40) (42) (43) cm/14½ (15¼) (15¾) (16½) (17) in. Length to shoulder 62.5 (66) (68) (71) (73.5) cm/24½ (26) (26¾) (28) (29) in. Materials 4 (5) (5) (5) (6) 50g (180m) balls of King Cole Merino Blend 4-ply (100% wool) in Clerical (49); 1 ball in each of Aran (46), Petrol (926), Caramel (790) and Rust (1774)*. Pair of 2¾mm (No. 12) and 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles. Tension…

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Materials 1 x 100g (30m) ball of King Cole Krystal Sport (100% acrylic) in Green (616)*. Pair of 12mm knitting needles and a spare needle for casting off. Piece of plain fabric for lining. Abbreviations K, knit; st, stitch. Note Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. To make Handles: With 12mm needles, cast on 32 sts. K 1 row. Next row: K4, cast off next 8 sts, k7 sts more, cast off 8 sts, k to end – 16 sts. Next row: K4, cast on 8 sts, k8, cast on 8 sts, k4 – 32 sts. K 1 row. Main part: 1st row (wrong side): Keeping yarn and frills at back as you work, having firm edge of yarn at bottom and working in 2nd…

We want your knitting and crocheting to be the best it can be. So it’s a good job we have Tina. A true professional, Tina has bee Technical Knitting Editor at Woman’s Weekly for 17 years. And now she’s here to help you! Every month, Tina answers the most common questions you’ve sent in and resolving some of the issues we all face as crafters. Together, we’ll make your knitting and crochet beautiful! Crown for a corgi Q I loved the corgi dog featured in Woman’s Weekly to mark The Queen’s 90th birthday. I knitted it and it turned out really well. Then I saw a pattern for the corgi dog elsewhere, but this one had a crown which wasn’t included in the pattern I followed. I’d love to have…

Slip knot 1 Loop the yarn with the ball end on top (the ball end is shown with a broken line). 2 Dip the needle into the loop, catch the ball end and pull it through the loop . 3 Pull both ends to tighten the knot. 4 Pull the ball end to bring the knot up to the needle. Holding the yarn and needles To make even stitches, control the yarn by taking it over the first finger of the right hand, under the second, over the third and under the fourth, or even around the fourth if necessary. Your right hand also holds the needle that makes the new stitches. Hold this like a knife or a pencil – whichever is more comfortable. Your left hand holds the…